Why Social Media Is Wrecking Your Brain (And Your Kid’s Too)

Ever wonder why you feel like a worse parent after a late-night social media scroll? You log in for five minutes, and suddenly, it’s an hour later—you’re knee-deep in curated momfluencer content, comparing your chaotic reality to someone else’s filtered perfection. Social media isn’t just hijacking your free time; it’s messing with your confidence, your mental health, and even your ability to be present with your own kids. It’s time for a detox—but not just for them. For you. Because social media makes parenting harder, not easier. Here’s how to take back your sanity—without deleting your accounts (unless you want to).